{"id":4987,"date":"2019-06-08T08:58:13","date_gmt":"2019-06-08T07:58:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/news\/?p=4987"},"modified":"2025-04-02T11:43:29","modified_gmt":"2025-04-02T10:43:29","slug":"first-home-shopping-list-for-moving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/news\/first-home-shopping-list-for-moving","title":{"rendered":"First Home &#8211; Shopping List for Moving"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Although it\u2019s exciting moving into your first home, there\u2019s more to flying the nest and you\u2019ll need more than you probably imagine you do. It\u2019s easy to get wrapped up in calculating the cost of the actual move itself, the mortgage or rent you\u2019ll be paying, gas\/electricity and all those kinds of things. However, there\u2019s hidden costs to moving that you won\u2019t necessarily have considered. Even if you\u2019ve got all the essentials sorted like a bed, linen and somewhere to sit, have you got a tin opener? Do you have<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/Ceramic-Poop-Emotive-Salt-Pepper\/dp\/B07259RHHS\/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=funny+salt+and+pepper&amp;qid=1560240254&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-4\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/Novelty-Refillable-Pepper-Ceramic-Shakers\/dp\/B0CPPV28TR\/ref=sr_1_18?crid=DTD604CM2E9H&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oLJWdaouZ4psICbI4IWQhp-gA9AlGZSXXNS91ntIBQFQkXZ0bS6Q1MhCffSpitpIMc6wyOnFSS47n5sqr3Uv-8Z_J5Tp7jTa-eWTMq3bYIaOw60dDH39fKaPB8EKCfvYxeFlMjzkK4Sqf9ImjbC_uCpmRk1yeaMkapbgGXAZNS501KqvdMCUEcn_ysX51r238ApaJDdf_FWuyQJCF1J6mg-EHYvF5JpBVHBxQ9C6qQQ9uGVBWAONmmAVmdIY-ed_v-Xw66ncHkZMJOA7j-xbnXsC1U5kWgVoJuQNsPQ6rCk.XOKsprIKVaT6XV68B7YXtjYYeOu58kZXHA7PTHwCUto&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=funny+salt+and+pepper&amp;qid=1728471430&amp;sprefix=funny+salt+and+pepper%2Caps%2C97&amp;sr=8-18\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/Novelty-Refillable-Pepper-Ceramic-Shakers\/dp\/B0CPPV28TR\/ref=sr_1_18?crid=DTD604CM2E9H&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oLJWdaouZ4psICbI4IWQhp-gA9AlGZSXXNS91ntIBQFQkXZ0bS6Q1MhCffSpitpIMc6wyOnFSS47n5sqr3Uv-8Z_J5Tp7jTa-eWTMq3bYIaOw60dDH39fKaPB8EKCfvYxeFlMjzkK4Sqf9ImjbC_uCpmRk1yeaMkapbgGXAZNS501KqvdMCUEcn_ysX51r238ApaJDdf_FWuyQJCF1J6mg-EHYvF5JpBVHBxQ9C6qQQ9uGVBWAONmmAVmdIY-ed_v-Xw66ncHkZMJOA7j-xbnXsC1U5kWgVoJuQNsPQ6rCk.XOKsprIKVaT6XV68B7YXtjYYeOu58kZXHA7PTHwCUto&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=funny+salt+and+pepper&amp;qid=1728471430&amp;sprefix=funny+salt+and+pepper%2Caps%2C97&amp;sr=8-18\">salt and pepper<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you avoid making the same mistakes as others before\nyou, we\u2019ve put together a list. Rather than discussing items like chairs, beds\nand those bigger items, we\u2019re going to discuss the smaller things that are\neasily forgotten about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Bathroom Essentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first group of items we\u2019re going to look at is for the\nbathroom. Hit the ground running with good hygiene from the moment you arrive\nby ensuring you\u2019ve got these essential items. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Shower\nCurtain<\/strong> \u2013 This not only prevents water getting everywhere, but also\nprotects your modesty if you\u2019re living with someone else.<\/li><li><strong>Bath Mat<\/strong>\n\u2013 Baths can get slippery, especially if you\u2019ve got a bath and shower combo.<\/li><li><strong>Washcloths\nand Bath Towels<\/strong> \u2013 We hope this is self-explanatory<\/li><li><strong>Toilet\nBrush and Holder <\/strong>\u2013 Yes, because the magic pixie (or mummy or daddy) won\u2019t\nclean your loo. That\u2019s your responsibility now.<\/li><li><strong>Toilet\nPlunger<\/strong> \u2013 Failure to prepare means you should prepare to fail. In other\nwords, get a plunger before you need to use one.<\/li><li><strong>Toothbrush\nand Toothbrush Holder<\/strong> \u2013 We\u2019re kinda hoping you have the former, but the\nlatter is important to keep your brush in good condition<\/li><li><strong>Toilet\nPaper<\/strong> \u2013 Do we really need to explain this?<\/li><li><strong>Hand Soap<\/strong>\n\u2013 See above<\/li><li><strong>Trashcan <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Kitchen Essentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember when you used to just go to a cupboard in your parent\u2019s house (yeah, get used to calling it that!)? Well, you now need to fill your first home kitchen with all the important stuff. Here\u2019s what you should consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Cutlery<\/strong> \u2013 Unless you want to eat like an animal, you need some forks, knives and spoons. You\u2019ll also need to invest in teaspoons, at least one serving spoon and things like a fish slice etc.<\/li><li><strong>Knives <\/strong>\u2013 Out with the above, it\u2019s good to have a few options for sharp cutting knives, one for cutting meat, one for cutting bread and at least one good one for cutting vegetables should serve you well.<\/li><li><strong>Oven Mitt \u2013<\/strong> Protect your digits<\/li><li><strong>Saucepans<\/strong> \u2013 At least a small one for cooking beans and a larger one for sauces and pasta etc. <\/li><li><strong>Crockery<\/strong> \u2013 Where are you going to eat your food on and drink your tea? Mugs, glasses, bowls and plates are therefore, essential.<\/li><li><strong>Oven Trays and Pans<\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/MANIS-Drainers-cm%EF%BC%88Please-purchase-according\/dp\/B0CYP2RVJS\/ref=sr_1_19?crid=WRP3KA2H0FUO&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vFodBlTR5r_EdafSx7jbC7iDxMdCz3dwJgO6GhBchGXlxxIK2PQoSb1ajZwbAGfN1GmKxrMbg5ZGOQUIlX1VoMM6koXCBNFbwGtqh3FpCKRhOlwq6CNKYrirAfhfN-aKjn-w2mPL80STWGGkAVC0TYX4nu1dMGsbJol7so4z8Y9kHBw8CG37AAGQpvyrV_nf42YP91MYwluMYaxJB9h9y4g9DTTLdGy68yVJZ6y5LOhO6MQTNh0nqqFVD3f3eEJpQmeeg2LFJA4K0PeLbu75K2yllYxgEptPSKmLrwV9JRk.UP1O1yWHC4ZD1jAoCNYn2Rnugo6hh5BMWk5r5gvojWY&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=drying+rack+kitchen+cutlery&amp;qid=1728471315&amp;sprefix=drying+rack+cutlery+for+%2Caps%2C67&amp;sr=8-19\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/MANIS-Drainers-cm%EF%BC%88Please-purchase-according\/dp\/B0CYP2RVJS\/ref=sr_1_19?crid=WRP3KA2H0FUO&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vFodBlTR5r_EdafSx7jbC7iDxMdCz3dwJgO6GhBchGXlxxIK2PQoSb1ajZwbAGfN1GmKxrMbg5ZGOQUIlX1VoMM6koXCBNFbwGtqh3FpCKRhOlwq6CNKYrirAfhfN-aKjn-w2mPL80STWGGkAVC0TYX4nu1dMGsbJol7so4z8Y9kHBw8CG37AAGQpvyrV_nf42YP91MYwluMYaxJB9h9y4g9DTTLdGy68yVJZ6y5LOhO6MQTNh0nqqFVD3f3eEJpQmeeg2LFJA4K0PeLbu75K2yllYxgEptPSKmLrwV9JRk.UP1O1yWHC4ZD1jAoCNYn2Rnugo6hh5BMWk5r5gvojWY&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=drying+rack+kitchen+cutlery&amp;qid=1728471315&amp;sprefix=drying+rack+cutlery+for+%2Caps%2C67&amp;sr=8-19\">Drying Rack<\/a><\/strong> for placing washed dishes, if you\u2019re not fortunate enough to afford a dishwasher<\/li><li><strong>Toaster<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Salt and Pepper<\/strong> \u2013 You\u2019d be amazed how many people neglect the most important of all seasonings<\/li><li><strong>Washing-up Liquid and a dish cloth or sponge<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Other First Home Essentials <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are other things for the household in general that you\nneed, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Extension cords<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Candles\/Flashlights<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Toolbox with all the basics<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Matches<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Lightbulbs<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Iron and Ironing Board<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Step Stool<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Towels<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Cleaning solutions<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Trashcans for every room<\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.boots.com\/boots-complete-first-aid-kit-10258544\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.boots.com\/boots-complete-first-aid-kit-10258544\">First Aid Kit<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever you&#8217;re moving with Delivery Quote Compare can save you up to 75% on the cost of your transport, simply list the move <a href=\"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/\">here <\/a>and receive no obligation quotes from real transporters. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Although it\u2019s exciting moving into your first home, there\u2019s more to flying the nest and you\u2019ll need more than you probably imagine you do. It\u2019s easy to get wrapped up in calculating the cost of the actual move itself, the mortgage or rent you\u2019ll be paying, gas\/electricity and all those kinds of things. However, there\u2019s [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[41,35,43,34],"tags":[1197920,439],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4987"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4987"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4987\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6158,"href":"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4987\/revisions\/6158"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4987"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4987"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.deliveryquotecompare.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4987"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}